Tag: Letter To The Editor

By: Paul Holston, 2016-2017 Editor-In-Chief | @Tru1P Dear Editor, I write to express a sincere happy anniversary to Howard University’s student newspaper, The Hilltop! Since 1924, The Hilltop has been a beacon of light and the student voice of Howard. Ninety-four years later, the words written, the visuals given, and the tool co-founded by Zora…

Dear Editor, It is with great pride that I write to you on the joyous occasion of Howard University’s sesquicentennial celebration. As I reflect on my journey at the Hilltop, I am reminded of these words that express my sentiments toward Howard University—an institution that has given more to me than I could ever give…

Dear President Wayne Frederick, Howard University is the leading institution of higher education for the African Diaspora. In line with the University’s mission to “provide an educational experience of exceptional quality,” there has always been a tradition of scholarly excellence with regard to the experience of its inhabitants. As one of the first places where…

By Chiamaka Ikpeze Editor’s Note: Chiamaka Ikpeze is a Howard University alumna (c/o ’16) who received a B.A. in Sociology. What is the price of popularity at Howard University? What do we lose in pursuit of Greek organizations, high political positions, social clout and prominence? From the moment we step onto campus there are substantial efforts to get…

By Daisha Chambers Editor’s Note: Daisha Chambers is a current Howard University student. Dear Editor, The history of campus sexual assault research appears to be prevalent, but alarming. Because the context of the culture or subculture studies varies, there appears to be a lack of seriousness in sexual assault cases. I believe that Howard University…

By Denicka Wilson Editor’s Note: Denicka Wilson is a current Howard University student. Dear Editor: I am writing to express my concern about Howard University’s Department of Financial Aid failing to notify students about changes to their financial aid status within a timely manner. After speaking with Howard University students, Robbie Williams and Kamerin Scipio-Smith, I have…

By Brittany Ashman Editor’s Note: Brittany Ashman is a current junior at Howard University. For the past two years, Howard University’s Residence Life has given several students difficulties with housing. Being a student that attends the university I’ve realized either there is no more space for housing or you’re given the run around after you’ve paid a…

By Natalie Finley Editor’s Note: Natalie Finley is a current Howard University student. Dear editor of The Hilltop, Howard University currently has a contractual agreement with Sodexo Management, Inc. to provide dining services to faculty and students on campus. Students of Howard University, who currently have a meal plan need healthier food options in the Annex…